Explore the Family Name Cheston
The meaning of Cheston
English: habitational name, probably from Chediston in Suffolk. This appears more likely as a source than a scantily recorded Cheston in Ugborough (Devon).
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How common is the last name Cheston in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Cheston has seen a slight decrease over a decade. In 2000, it ranked 61,376 and by 2010, its rank had dropped to 64,891, a 5.73% decline in popularity. The count of individuals with this surname remained constant at 306 from 2000 to 2010. The proportion per 100,000 people also saw a small decrease, from 0.11 in 2000 to 0.1 in 2010, representing a 9.09% reduction.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #61,376 | #64,891 | -5.73% |
| Count | 306 | 306 | 0% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.1 | -9.09% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Cheston
When examining the ethnic identity associated with the surname Cheston, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals minimal changes between 2000 and 2010. The most prevalent ethnicity linked to this surname is White, which slightly increased from 57.19% in 2000 to 57.52% in 2010. The second most common ethnicity is Black, which also experienced a small rise from 38.89% to 39.22%. In contrast, the percentage of Asian/Pacific Islander decreased to zero in 2010, down from 1.63% in 2000. There were no individuals identified as having two or more races or being American Indian and Alaskan Native. The Hispanic representation was introduced in 2010, accounting for 1.96% of the individuals with the surname Cheston.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 57.19% | 57.52% | 0.58% |
| Black | 38.89% | 39.22% | 0.85% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.96% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.63% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |